Here’s something interesting that you might have not heard about the upcoming biopic on the murdered crime journalist…

Not many filmmakers in the past have been able to do what Nandita Singgha is planning to do with her upcoming biopic on J Dey. The young entrepreneur turned filmmaker is all set to make two back to back films, Mid Dey and J Returns. Sounds wow, hai na?

If we go down memory lane we will see that films like Gangs Of Wasseypur, Rakht Charitra and others did shoot for both the parts together and released them separately. Even in Hollywood films like Lord Of The Rings was shot altogether and released separately. With this film it will be done once again.

Nandita Singgha has been in talks with Aamir Khan to play the central character of J Dey. The actor seems to have given a nod for the project, but nothing can be said until he finally signs on the dotted line. Also, British actress Emma Watson is in talks to play the female lead. Interestingly Aamir and Emma’s characters won’t be having any scenes together. Nandita’s spokesperson confirms that the film is all set to go on floors by December and both parts will be wrapped up by February 2016.

With so much buzz doing the rounds about the movie, we are pretty psyched about the film. Keep reading this space for more information on the films.

Satya 2 director planning to make a Telugu film from one of his film’s chapter

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma‘s next Telugu film Spot will be based on a chapter from his own 2010 film Rakht Charitra.

On his YouTube page, RGV revealed in a video that Spot is a Telugu colloquial term used for murder plan by factionists. ”I will never forget the incidents I came across and the people I met during the making of Rakht Charitra. But I couldn’t do even 10 percent justice to whatever I encountered in both parts of Rakht Charitra due to several reasons,” he said in the video.

RGV’s Rakht Charitra is a biopic based on the life of factionist-turned-politician Paritala Ravi. ”Just like the Mahabharat, Rakht Charitra too has many chapters. One such chapter is the killing of Obul Reddy by Paritala Ravi’s henchmen. I’ve decided to turn that chapter into a film called Spot,” he said. He added that Spot will throw light on the reasons and planning behind Reddy’s murder in broad daylight in an apartment in Hyderabad.

“Obul Reddy’s killing that shook the entire state Hyderabad took place in 1996 in Masab Tank. I’ve learnt about everything behind this murder from the people who were involved in it recently. The details gave me goosebumps,” Varma said. RGV is yet to finalize the cast for the film, which is likely to go on floors soon.

The Ram Leela actor Abhimanyu talks about his chemistry with co-star vikram in 10 Enradhukulla

Tamil actor Vikram has brought out the best in him in the upcoming Tamil road thriller 10 Enradhukulla, says Bollywood star Abhimanyu Singh, who shares screen space with him in the film.“When you work with Vikram, you give your best. It brought out the best in me,” Abhimanyu said in a statement. Abhimanyu was “slightly concerned about Vikram’s star status” when he was signed on for the project. ”In contrast, he proved me wrong during our first meet itself. To me, he is the greatest human being with easy going attitude,” he added.

Directed by S.D. Vijay Milton, 10 Enradhukulla features Samantha Ruth Prabhu as the female lead. About the director, Abhimanyu said: “He’s full of energy. He breathes his passion into work by simultaneously working on shots even during lunch. He’s so quick that I had to adapt to his pace,” he added. In Hindi, Abhimanyu is popular for his work in films Gulaal, Rakht Charitra and I Am.

Having also worked in Tamil films such as Velayudham and Thalaivaa, he says he’s touched by the “kindness and support of southern technicians and actors towards him”.

The Krrish 3 actor turns 36 today

Born on September 3, 1976, Vivek Oberoi made his Bollywood debut in 2002 with Ram Gopal Varma’s Company. His performance in the film earned him a lot of acclaim. He also bagged a lot of awards that year in the Best Male Debut and Best Supporting Actor categories.

After Company, Vivek impressed the audiences with his heartwarming performance in Shaad Ali’s Saathiya opposite Rani Mukerji. The film was a huge box office success. After this, he did Road and Dum, but both these films bombed at the BO.

After the initial movies, he did quite a few multi-starrers, which fared well. These include, Masti, Yuva, Omkara, Shootout at Lokhandwala and Rakhta Charitra. His last film Kismat Love Paisa Dilli (KLPD) opposite Mallika Sherawat released in 2012 but did not do well in theatres.

This year, Vivek will be seen in two films. After the release of Grand Masti that will hit the screens on September 13, his next big release is Rakesh Roshan’s Krrish 3 in which Vivek plays the main antagonist along with Kangna Ranaut. The film’s lead star Hrithik Roshan was so impressed with the evil character essayed by Vivek that he wanted to play it himself! But of course, his director dad was not convinced. Hrithik went on to say that Vivek has done a fab job in the movie. Now that trivia sounds interesting, doesn’t it?

Here’s wishing Vivek a very happy birthday and we hope he has a successful year ahead. Do send in your birthday wishes for Bollywood’s newest villain!

The Kannada actor, who has also forayed into Bollywood, turns 40 today

Born on August 2, 1973, as Sudeep celebrates a milestone birthday today, he seems to be at the very peak of his eventful career.

Last year’s hit film, Eega(Naan Ee in Tamil), in which he played a villain hounded by a vengeful house fly, earned him nation-wide recognition and even more fans for his versatile acting prowess.

An award-winning actor who earned recognition for his films such as Huccha, Nandhi and Swati Mutthu, Sudeep has, of late, made negative roles his forte.

He’s been a Ram Gopal Varma favourite, acting in Bollywood flicks such as Phoonk, Rann and Rakht Charitra. Sudeep’s roles in the film industry extend to director, writer, playback singer and even dubbing artiste. This year, he’s starred in the Kannada Bachchan and Varadhanayaka and has also several cameos in Tamil and Telugu lined up.

Born on December 9, 1945, Shatrughan came to Mumbai (then Bombay) to become an actor, after passing out from FTII, Pune. He was first recognised as an actor in Dev Anand’s Prem Pujari (1970) as the Pakistani military officer. The debutant made his mark and soon succeeded in making his presence felt in Hindi cinema with films like Gulzar’s Mere Apne.

Within no time, Sinha became the shatru (enemy) of heroes in a number of films thus donning the hat of a star-villain. He entered politics and joined the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) and within no time was the leading light of the party and its champion campaigner. But Shatru never lost his touch with talent; he did films occasionally like Madhur Bhandarkar’s Aan and Ram Gopal Varma’s Rakht Charitra. He’ll next be seen in Pahlaj Nihalani’s Avatar also starring Govinda.

His daughter Sonakshi Sinha has already made it big as an actor, while his twin sons, Luv and Kush are preparing themselves for Bollywood. Shatrughan has won many National Awards. In 2008, he judged the comedy show, The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, and also hosted the Bhojpuri version of the popular game show Kaun Banega Crorepati on Mahuaa TV channel. We wish Shatrughan Sinha a very happy birthday and a happy life ahead!

Though 2012 hasn’t started on a good note for Vivek Oberoi, the hopeful actor believes that his forthcoming projects would certainly change the game for him

It’s been two years that Vivek Oberoi tasted success (though in a moderate measure) with his superhero act in Prince. But his attempt as an influential gangster in his mentor Ram Gopal Varma’s Rakht Charitra and Rakht Charitra – 2 series failed to hit the bull’s eye.

Oberoi tried hard to revive his dipping career with Sanjay Khanduri’s Kismet Love Paisa Dilli, sequel to the director’s 2007 surprise hit Ek Chaalis Ki Last Local featuring Abhay Deol and Neha Dhupia. Unfortunately, his kismet couldn’t save him this time too and he was back to struggling mode once again!

But soon, faith prevailed. Vivek got married to Priyanka Alva and good news indeed knocked on his door. The once eligible bachelor now feels extremely fortunate to have Priyanka in his life, as he believes she has only been lucky for his not-so-impressive career. Post marriage, the actor signed on for almost half a dozen films – Zilla Ghaziabad, Krrish 3, Grand Masti and Ekta Kapoor’s next love story…quite a handful, no?

Also, Priyanka is six months’ pregnant, and Vivek’s sister Meghna is also expecting! Now that’s real ‘good news’ for the actor, isn’t it? After all, it’s a double whammy for the Oberoi family.

The soon-to-be-dad and mama is looking at one of the most exciting years of his decade long career – 2013. With Zilla Ghaziabad, Krrish 3 and Grand Masti scheduled to release next year, Vivek is keeping his fingers crossed and aiming at a big bang comeback that would once again bring him in the reckoning all over again.

Click below to listen to the Jayantabhai Ki Luv Story song Aa bhi jaa, sung by Atif Aslam!

Just when we thought things were going well for Vivek Oberoi on personal (happily married to Priyanka Alva) and professional (Krrish sequel, Zilla Ghaziabad, Kismet Luv Paisa Dilli) fronts, he does something that may not be good for his public image. The Rakht Charitra actor was campaigning for Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) leader Jayant Chaudhary in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh for the ongoing assembly polls. During the campaigning, a journalist asked our Bollywood hero an unpleasant question regarding the RLD leaders. Initially, he thought it was a joke but when the journalist insisted for an answer, Vivek lost his cool and manhandled the media person. This isn’t the first time Vivek has let his wrath get the better of him. His public feud with Salman Khan in the past has cost him dearly as it can be seen. But it seems he hasn’t learnt from his mistake. Or maybe controversies are his way of staying in public memory.

The film bagged the awards in all categories, crushing Abhishek Bachchan and Vivek Oberoi’s chances

The AXN Action Awards winners were declared earlier this week and there were really no surprises. Salman Khan’s Dabangg won in every category it was nominated for – which, incidentally, were all the categories there are. So, Vijayan beat Abhishek Bachchan’s Raavan and walked away with the Best Action Sequence Award, promising to be back next year and take it again for his next Salman starrer, Bodyguard. Next up was Sonu Sood, who was adjudged the Best Action Hero in a Negative Role. We just hope when he returns as Chhedi Singh’s brother in Dabangg 2, he will just be as scary. Dabangg director Abhinav Kashyap proudly took home the trophy for Best Action Director. However, unlike Vijayan and Sonu, Abhinav’s chances of winning again another year seem slim, as he is not directing Dabangg 2, last heard of. He has passed on the baton to Arbaaz Khan who, as the film’s producer, accepted the Best Action Film Award for Dabangg and the Best Action Hero Award on behalf of brother Salman. Salman beat Vivek Oberoi, who had been nominated for his performance in Rakht Charitra, to win the award. Vivek, Abhishek take heart. There’s always next year.